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LS57 EFZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,669 mi
Last recorded123,669 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 EFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 123,669 miles

eml light on

Fail 27 Oct 2017 123,669 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

eml light on

Pass 27 Oct 2016 117,582 miles

engine management light on

Fail 27 Oct 2016 117,582 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management light on

Pass 24 Oct 2015 111,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 105,659 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 105,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

eml light on

Pass 24 Oct 2013 98,012 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 89,742 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 81,020 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 73,195 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 72,578 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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LS57 EFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS57 EFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS57 EFZ registered?

LS57 EFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is LS57 EFZ safe to buy?

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